Trees can bring so much life to the planet and your landscape. After all, they're responsible for most of the oxygen we breathe, providing fruit to eat, cleaning the air, and so much more. If you're lucky enough to have one or more trees in your yard, invest in the right tree care. If you're unsure how to find the right professional for the job, here are three tips to get you started.

1. Check Their Reputation

Don't trust your trees to just anyone. As you sort through the best local arborists in the area, check on their reputation. Start researching and see what customers say about their services. Look the contractor up on sites like Trustpilot, Reddit, Google, and more. Don't forget to utilize The Better Business Bureau. When you go to the BBB website, you'll find every contractor ranked on a letter scale of A through F. You can also view any unresolved customer complaints and note if the contractor is officially registered with the BBB or not.

2. Talk to Other Landscape Owners

Do you have other homeowners in your inner circle who may have trees on their property? If so, ask your friends and family how they're handling their local tree care. Have they found a local arborist that they trust? If so, get a referral from them. You can also start right in your current neighborhood. Your neighbors also most likely have trees on their property, so if you have a good rapport with one or more of them, ask them for help as well.

3. Verify Their Certifications

According to the BBC, there are currently 60,065 species of trees growing across the planet. With so many different tree species, you want a professional who knows about them, can identify them, and can understand their particular needs. You don't want a random amateur trimming your trees or misdiagnosing tree illnesses that may result in tree death. Ask any prospects for their proper certification to ensure they have the right training to work as a local arborist.

Finding the right professional to handle your tree care can make or break the life of your landscape. Regardless of how big and durable trees are, they still need tender, loving care, so take the time to find the right professional who can do so! When you're ready to have someone look at your precious trees and shrubs, don't hesitate to give our team at Elite Tree Service LLC a call.